22 h. ago We need a strong economy to meet labour needs – Rashid Pelpuo

The Minister for Labour, Jobs, and Employment, Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo, has emphasised that a strong and viable economy is essential to meeting the needs of workers in Ghana.

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54 h. ago I have no knowledge of petition against Kafui Danku, James Gardiner – Dr. Akosua Abdallah

Venerated Ghanaian actress Dr. Akosua Abdallah has dissociated herself from a petition requesting the revocation of two recent appointments made to the National Film Authority.

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61 h. ago Confusion rocks Forestry Commission over new CEO’s alleged refusal to revoke ‘illegal promotions’

There is growing tension and uncertainty at the Forestry Commission (FC) following what some disgruntled staff have described as a deliberate inaction on the part of the Ag. Chief Executive Officer of the commission to implement the revocation of the appointments of some four officers who were promoted in breach of the Constitution of Ghana. […]

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7 d. ago Mass dismissal: Public sector employment should be devoid of partisan politics – Benjamin Quashie

This was his defence for the National Democratic Congress (NDC)'s revocation of appointments made after December 7.

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7 d. ago Deputy Roads Minister nominee proposes use of pension funds for road infrastructure

Deputy Minister for Roads and Highways nominee, Alhassan Suhuyini, has proposed channeling pension funds into road infrastructure development as an alternative financing solution to address Ghana’s persistent road budget constraints.

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8 d. ago Western Regional Minister calls for industrial harmony, pledges support for TUC

The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has called on labour unions in Ghana to collaborate with the government and other stakeholders to foster a stable and productive working environment.

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1 week ago God and posterity won’t forgive NDC for appointment revocations – Ahiagbah

The Communications Director of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has strongly criticised the government’s decision to revoke public sector appointments made after December 7, 2024. He warned that posterity will judge the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for its actions. His remarks follow a directive from the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, ordering […]

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1 week ago Labour minister backs revocation of appointments amid budget constraints

The Minister for Labour, Employment and Job Creation, Dr. Rashid Pelpuo, has expressed his support for the controversial directive to revoke recent government appointments, arguing that the country’s budget cannot sustain the growing wage bill, particularly amid ongoing negotiations for a new minimum wage.

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2 w. ago Ghana Federation of Labour calls for reversal of excise duty on fruit juices and sweetened beverages

The Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL) has formally petitioned the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness & Industry to address the damaging effects of excise duties on the fruit juice and sweetened beverage industry in the country.

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2 w. ago Court restores ‘freedom of movements’ of former Labour and Employment Minister Baffour

The Sunyani District Court ‘B’ on Monday reviewed the bail condition of suspect Ignatius Baffour-Awuah, thereby permitting the former Employment and Labour Minister to travel or leave the Sunyani Municipality without any limitation. 

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